71 m. ago Ukraine war briefing: ‘Political will’ needed to restore external power to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, UN watchdog says

Rafael Grossi says ‘security situation’ around plant must improve for repairs to be carried out; French photojournalist Antoni Lallican killed by Russian drone strike. What we know on day 1,319See all our Ukraine war overageThe head of the UN’s nuclear watchdog said on Friday he was discussing proposals with Russia and Ukraine to restore off-site power to the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, calling it a “question of political will”. Europe’s largest nuclear power plant has been cut off from external power since 23 September, with the fuel in its reactors being cooled by emergency diesel generators. The International Atomic Energy Agency director general, Rafael Grossi, said: “Both sides say they stand ready to conduct the necessary repairs on their respective sides of the frontline. But for this to happen, the security situation on the ground must improve so that the technicians can carry out their vital work without endangering their lives.”French photojournalist Ant...

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90 m. ago Storm Amy: Fresh amber warning as more travel disruption expected

Scots can expect gusts of more than 90mph along with heavy rain as the first named storm of the season continues to batter the country.

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98 m. ago New Mexico governor signs bills to counter federal cuts, support health care and food assistance

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed a package of bills aimed at shoring up food assistance, rural health care and public broadcasting in response to recently enacted federal cuts

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1 hour ago Laughing just once a day can cut risk of depression, study finds

Laughter is often said to be the best medicine, easing all troubles that may come our way. And it seems there may be some truth to the claim.

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1 hour ago BBC bosses want to use the defence budget to pay for the World Service because it 'counts towards Britain's security'

Senior executives at the broadcaster are said to be in discussions over whether parts of the radio network's service, such as its anti-disinformation work, should be paid for by the defence budget.

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1 hour ago Freddie Brazier cuts a stylish figure as he joins Princess Andre and her loved up brother Junior as they lead the stars at Tulleys Farm Shocktober Fest

Freddie Brazier cut a stylish figure as he attended the Tulleys Farm Shocktober Fest on Friday.

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4 h. ago Ange Postecoglou 'could be sacked' by Nottingham Forest after Newcastle clash

Ange Postecoglou is already fighting to save his job at Nottingham Forest, with the Australian potentially facing the sack after Sunday's trip to Newcastle

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5 h. ago Storm Amy in pictures as high winds and heavy rain batters Scotland

An amber warning for wind is in place across parts of Scotland, with yellow warnings across most of the rest of the country.

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5 h. ago Why Ruben Amorim’s biggest fear at Manchester United isn’t the sack

Amorim has won just nine of his 33 league games in charge of United and recognises he needs more victories to avoid the axe

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5 h. ago Ruben Amorim says criticism from pundits is getting into the heads of his Man United players

Ruben Amorim fears criticism of his system and approach from pundits is getting into the heads of his Manchester United players and ultimately making them doubt his way of playing.

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7 h. ago Rafa Benitez has opened Rangers door to succeed Russell Martin already after past brush with Ibrox job

The legendary boss is without a club after being shown the door by Celta Vigo last year

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7 h. ago I experienced the best of Scottish hospitality at Brig o'Doon

This was one of the best hotel stays I had enjoyed anywhere in Scotland

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7 h. ago Building collapses onto car on Busy Glasgow city centre road during Storm Amy

Glasgow City Council said the Broomielaw was closed to all traffic in both directions between York Street and Oswald Street.

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7 h. ago How to get a good job that's in demand and AI won't steal: This is Money podcast

The team look at the list of the 30 most in-demand roles to see what they can uncover. Plus, pension lump sums, flight time mysteries and unlimited Yorkshire Puds.

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7 h. ago Man arrested in connection with death of Rangers fan Graham Wright

Police have confirmed they have arrested a 50-year-old man as an extensive probe into the 38-year-old's death continues.

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7 h. ago Man quits job as he's accidentally paid 330 times his wage, and wins fight to keep it

An office assistant who was accidentally paid £126,860 instead of £385 and then quit the company has won a legal fight to keep the money - but the company has vowed to appeal

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8 h. ago The Elvis tribute performer from Bangkok who has won a major Scottish poetry prize

Ms Thapviwat’s winning poem is about the miners’ strike of the 1980s

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8 h. ago Stacey Solomon breaks silence on Britain's Got Talent 'dream' job with one

Former X Factor star Stacey Solomon has shared a backstage glimpse of the iconic Britain's Got Talent set as she confirms her place on the judging panel after Simon Cowell fell ill

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9 h. ago NHS Grampian finds 'unknown substance' on surgical tools and axes operations

The board said it could not yet say how many operations in Aberdeen were cancelled but added that only elective procedure would be impacted.

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9 h. ago Thomas Tuchel drops Bukayo Saka bombshell and admits fear of dressing room backlash

Thomas Tuchel sent shockwaves through the England camp on Friday, leaving out superstar Jude Bellingham to deliver on a promise he made after the win in Serbia

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